Leveling; Stabilizing Jacks; Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy - Airstream Caravel 2023 Owner's Manual

General Information

Leveling

Block or chock the wheels to keep the trailer from
rolling� Level from front to rear by disconnecting the
hitch from the tow vehicle, putting the jack pad under
the hitch jack, and adjusting the jack up or down until
you are level� Use stabilizing jacks at all four corners,
as shown in the diagram, to eliminate the natural spring
action of the axles�
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1� Side to Side
2� Front to Rear

Stabilizing Jacks

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1� Stabilizing Jack Location
2� Lifting Jack Location
Stabilizing jacks should only be used to stabilize
trailer. Do not use jacks to lift the trailer.
Whenever the trailer must be lifted with a jack, as
when changing a tire, always place the lifting jack
under the main frame rail. A label is provided to
indicate the proper position for the jack. Never use
stabilizing jacks to lift the trailer.
For more information on jacking,
page 8-5�
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WARNING
WARNING
see Tire Changing on

Effects Of Prolonged Occupancy

Your trailer was designed primarily for recreational use
and short-term occupancy� If you expect to occupy the
trailer for an extended period, be prepared to deal with
condensation and the humid conditions that may be
encountered�
Moisture can condense on the inside surfaces of the
trailer during cold weather when relative humidity of the
interior air is high� This condition is increased because
the insulated walls of a recreation vehicle are much
thinner than house walls� Also, the relatively small
volume and tight, compact construction of modern
recreational vehicles means that the normal living
activities of even a few occupants will lead to rapid
moisture saturation� Estimates indicate that a family
of four can vaporize up to three gallons of water daily
through breathing, cooking, bathing, and washing�
Unless the water vapor is carried outside by ventilation,
or condensed by a dehumidifier, it will condense on
the inside of the windows and walls as moisture, or
in cold weather, as frost or ice� It may also condense
out of sight, within the walls or the ceiling, where it will
manifest itself as warped or stained panels�
Appearance of these conditions may indicate a serious
problem� When you recognize the signs of excessive
moisture and condensation in the trailer, action should
be taken to minimize their effects�
2023 Caravel